Atlanta Falcons at New England Patriots 20 to 21
Sunday, September 24, 1972, Week 2The Atlanta Falcons played the New England Patriots in Foxborough on Sunday, September 24, 1972, Week 2 of the 1972 season. The Patriots won by a score of 21-20.
Atlanta Falcons offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 399 | 217 | 182 | 0 | 20 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Norm Van Brocklin Defensive Coordinator: Marion Campbell Wide Receivers Coach: Harry Gilmer Defensive Backs Coach: Fred Bruney Backfield Coach: Billy Ray Barnes
New England Patriots offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 287 | 184 | 103 | 0 | 19 |
Coaches
Head Coach: John Mazur Wide Receivers Coach: Sam Rutigliano, Jerry Stoltz Offensive Line Coach: Bruce Beatty Offensive Backs Coach: Sam Rutigliano Defensive Line Coach: Dick Evans Linebackers Coach: John Meyer Defensive Backfield Coach: Tom Fletcher Special Teams Coach: Burnie Miller